How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible

"LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message

> I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
>


They usually snap out. Use something plastic to do it with.
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"LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message

> I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
>


They usually snap out. Use something plastic to do it with.
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"LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message

> I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
>


They usually snap out. Use something plastic to do it with.
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
stupidity as the primary motivation.)

The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
is required.)

If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
available on eBay ...






"LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message

> I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
>
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
stupidity as the primary motivation.)

The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
is required.)

If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
available on eBay ...






"LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message

> I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
>
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
stupidity as the primary motivation.)

The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
is required.)

If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
available on eBay ...






"LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message

> I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
>
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
stupidity as the primary motivation.)

The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
is required.)

If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
available on eBay ...






"LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message

> I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
>
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Thanks for those who replied. I actually got a response on another
group who sent me instructions from his business. With the 325
convertible, the 'outer' panel slides forward (towards door/front of
the car). There are 3 snaps but they snap 'sideways'. I was able to
get them out with just a little muscle.

Now that they're off, I just realized I need new speakers since the
ones I planned to put in won't fit on the plastic 'case-thingy'. Off
to ebay. Thanks again!
Jeff Strickland wrote:
> Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
> door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
> separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
> to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
> stupidity as the primary motivation.)
>
> The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
> seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
> is required.)
>
> If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
> stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
> available on eBay ...
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message
>
> > I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> > rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> > some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> > there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> > know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> > special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
> >
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Thanks for those who replied. I actually got a response on another
group who sent me instructions from his business. With the 325
convertible, the 'outer' panel slides forward (towards door/front of
the car). There are 3 snaps but they snap 'sideways'. I was able to
get them out with just a little muscle.

Now that they're off, I just realized I need new speakers since the
ones I planned to put in won't fit on the plastic 'case-thingy'. Off
to ebay. Thanks again!
Jeff Strickland wrote:
> Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
> door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
> separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
> to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
> stupidity as the primary motivation.)
>
> The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
> seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
> is required.)
>
> If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
> stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
> available on eBay ...
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message
>
> > I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> > rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> > some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> > there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> > know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> > special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
> >
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Thanks for those who replied. I actually got a response on another
group who sent me instructions from his business. With the 325
convertible, the 'outer' panel slides forward (towards door/front of
the car). There are 3 snaps but they snap 'sideways'. I was able to
get them out with just a little muscle.

Now that they're off, I just realized I need new speakers since the
ones I planned to put in won't fit on the plastic 'case-thingy'. Off
to ebay. Thanks again!
Jeff Strickland wrote:
> Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
> door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
> separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
> to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
> stupidity as the primary motivation.)
>
> The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
> seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
> is required.)
>
> If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
> stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
> available on eBay ...
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message
>
> > I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> > rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> > some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> > there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> > know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> > special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
> >
 >> Stay informed about: How to remove inside side panels on 325 convertible 

Thanks for those who replied. I actually got a response on another
group who sent me instructions from his business. With the 325
convertible, the 'outer' panel slides forward (towards door/front of
the car). There are 3 snaps but they snap 'sideways'. I was able to
get them out with just a little muscle.

Now that they're off, I just realized I need new speakers since the
ones I planned to put in won't fit on the plastic 'case-thingy'. Off
to ebay. Thanks again!
Jeff Strickland wrote:
> Technically, the doors just clip in. There are three screws hiding in the
> door handle, but the edges of the panels are held on by clips. DO NOT
> separate the map pockets from the door panels. The map pockets are integral
> to the panels, but on my car, some dolt decided to take them off. (I suspect
> stupidity as the primary motivation.)
>
> The rear panels require you to remove the seat cushion, and maybe the
> seatback. (I need to take my panels out too, but have not investigated what
> is required.)
>
> If you break any of the clip-thingies, you can get replacements at the
> stealership. I recall them as costing about $0.75 each. They might be
> available on eBay ...
>
>
>
>
>
>
> "LatinoAtlanta" wrote in message
>
> > I'm wanting to replace some busted speakers from my 1994 325ic. The
> > rear speakers are on the side (not behind the back seat) covered by
> > some panels. Does anyone know if those panels just snap off or are
> > there any screws that hold it in place? Same goes for the doors. I
> > know there are screws in those but do the snaps just pop out or any
> > special magic I need to be aware of before doing it?
> >
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